Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Meridian, ID
Meridian, ID, situated near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, provides a range of camping options that showcase the beauty of southwestern Idaho. Just outside the city, the Boise National Forest offers numerous campsites nestled among dense forests and scenic mountain vistas, ideal for hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. The nearby Lucky Peak State Park offers lakeside camping, perfect for boating, swimming, and fishing. For those looking for a more rugged outdoor experience, the Sawtooth Wilderness offers dispersed camping among dramatic mountain landscapes, with opportunities for backpacking, fishing, and exploring alpine lakes. Meridian is a great base for anyone seeking to experience Idaho’s diverse landscapes and outdoor adventures.
Mountain View Campground is located in the Lowman Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 42 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 3,836 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 38 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $15.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Swinging Bridge Campground is located in the Emmett Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 6 min north of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 3,653 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $13.89 to $18.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, floating sports.
Dog Creek Campground is located in the Mountain Home Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 43 min east of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,404 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $10.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include ohv trails nearby, fishing, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Pine Flats Campground is located in the Emmett Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 33 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 3,705 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 17 and 130 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $15.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Bad Bear Campground is located in the Idaho City Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 4 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 5,265 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs between 40 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $15.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include fishing.
Hot Springs Campground is located in the Emmett Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 16 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 3,173 feet. There are a total of 3 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $150.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, playground, restroom. Activities include boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Shafer Butte Campground is located in the Idaho City Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 6,682 feet. There are a total of 9 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid June to the end of September. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Fees range from $10.00 to $75.00. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Ten Mile Campground is located in the Idaho City Ranger District, Boise National Forest (1 hr 3 min northeast of Boise, ID) with an elevation of 4,877 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. Max equipment length is 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include ohv trails nearby, ohv allowed from campsite.
McCormack Campground is part of Lake Owyhee State Park in Oregon (1 hr 31 min west of Nampa, ID) with an elevation of 2,701 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites including 9 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the end of October. 27 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 21 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 27 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $17.00 to $24.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Montour Campground in Gem County is located 54 min north of Meridian, ID with an elevation of 2,524 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $8.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, restroom.
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